Optimal inventory management is one of the key elements in supply chain management, especially for companies focusing on products with fluctuating demand, such as submersible water pumps. This study aims to analyze the planning and control of submersible water pump inventory at PT. XYZ using the Period Order Quantity (POQ) method. The POQ method was chosen for its ability to determine the optimal order quantity based on actual demand periods, thereby minimizing inventory costs, including ordering and holding costs. The analysis process begins by identifying historical demand data, inventory costs, and other relevant parameters. Subsequently, the POQ method is applied to calculate the optimal order quantity for each period based on demand levels and the ordering cycle time. The study's findings indicate that implementing the POQ method can reduce total inventory costs compared to conventional methods employed by the company. Moreover, this method enhances inventory management efficiency by reducing ordering frequency and the risk of stockouts. In conclusion, the POQ method has proven effective in helping PT. XYZ manage submersible water pump inventory more efficiently and economically. The study recommends developing an integrated inventory information system to support the sustainable implementation of this method.
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